At Stem Cell Hope Foundation Inc, our principal goal is to ensure that no child facing a severe, chronic, or debilitating illness is denied the opportunity to explore transformative regenerative medicine simply because of financial hardship. Stem cell and cellular therapies offer tremendous therapeutic potential, yet high out-of-pocket expenses often close the door on these possibilities for underserved families.
We exist to lift that financial barrier through transparent, accountable medical grants. By paying participating healthcare facilities directly, we provide hope, dignity, and real-world care to children in need.
Funding Schedule
Annual application and review timeline
Review our annual March through May submission dates and subsequent 30-day decision process.
Annual Application Acceptance Window: March 1 through May 30 We accept treatment funding applications exclusively during this 3-month window each year. Evaluation Period: 30-day review period following the close of applications. Board Decision Notification: Following the 30-day review period, applicants are notified directly by our governing board regarding funding decisions. Selection Process: Assistance is not guaranteed to every applicant. Funding awards are granted on a case-by-case basis by our governing board, evaluated on clinical appropriateness, provider review, and available foundation funds.
Candidate Criteria
Qualifying for pediatric treatment grants
Essential requirements to ensure our funding supports underserved children facing severe medical challenges.
Age: Children and youth under 18 years of age. Diagnosis: Patients diagnosed with serious, chronic, or debilitating medical conditions (such as spinal cord trauma, neurological impairment, neuromuscular disease, or severe tissue damage). Treatment Type: Candidates seeking medically appropriate stem cell or regenerative medicine protocols administered by a qualified, licensed medical provider. Financial Need: Underserved families demonstrating clear financial hardship that restricts their ability to afford the proposed treatment. Facility Readiness: The patient must have an evaluation, medical summary, and itemized cost proposal from a participating medical center.
How Families Apply
A step-by-step application roadmap
How our board reviews documentation and wires approved grants directly to your chosen facility.
Step 1: Check Eligibility & Prepare Documents
Confirm that your child meets our medical and financial criteria. Gather the required documentation:
• Official diagnostic summary from your child's primary physician.
• Formal treatment plan or acceptance letter from the treating regenerative clinic.
• Itemized cost estimate on facility letterhead.
• Proof of parent/guardian relationship and documentation of household financial need.
Step 2: Submit Online (March 1 – May 30)
Complete our online intake form during the open spring window. Upload all supporting records before May 30 at 11:59 PM PST.
(Incomplete submissions or applications outside this window will not be reviewed for the current cycle).
Step 3: Board and Provider Review (30 Days)
Our board evaluates submissions during our structured 30-day window, reviewing medical suitability, provider credentials, and available endowment budgets.
Step 4: Award Notification and Direct Disbursement
If your application is approved, our team coordinates directly with your medical provider to disburse the funds prior to the scheduled procedure date.
Secure Submission
Apply for pediatric treatment funding
Submit your child's medical summary, facility estimate, and financial records in one place.